Packaging Team Member - 2nd Shift Chunk Wedge

RPMGlobal; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Short term/Long term disability

Volunteer time off (VTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Emmi Roth seeks a Packaging Team Member to support cheese production in a food manufacturing setting. You will load materials, operate packaging equipment, perform quality checks, and help maintain sanitation and safety standards across the plant.

In this role you will work closely with fellow production associates to ensure smooth workflow, accurate labeling, and timely packaging of finished cheeses. Physical stamina and the ability to work overtime are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating packaging machinery is preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely operate electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Detail-oriented with quality focus.
• Physical stamina for lifting and standing.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willing to work overtime or extended shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment to support production.
• Collaborate with production team to meet targets.
• Load packaging and raw materials into equipment.
• Move products and materials safely within the facility.
• Ensure ingredients and materials are ready for production.
• Monitor production lines and document quality checks.
• Inspect products for defects before packaging.
• Package finished cheese and label per guidelines.
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas.
• Assist in inventory of materials and report shortages.
• Assist with equipment setup and changeovers.
• Follow ERU food safety policies and regulations.
• Observe safety guidelines and use PPE.
• Attend safety and department meetings.
• Identify and report safety hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Packaging machinery

Electric pallet jacks

Read work instructions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Overtime flexibility

Job description

At Emmi Roth, we’re passionate about creating exceptional cheeses. As a leader in the specialty cheese industry, we blend traditional craftsmanship with innovation. Our commitment to local sourcing and quality makes us a trusted brand in the food industry.

Joining Emmi Roth means becoming part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and a shared dedication to excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the finest cheeses in the world while contributing to a company that prides itself on both heritage and progress. If you're passionate about food, craftsmanship, and making an impact, we’d love for you to be a part of our journey!

Summary

The Packaging Team Member performs a variety of essential tasks to assist in production in a food manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include activities such as loading packaging materials into packaging equipment, moving materials within the facility, completing product quality checks, and participating in the sanitation of production equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the operation of machinery and equipment used in the cheese conversion or food manufacturing process to ensure smooth operation and efficient production.
• Works closely with other production associates and team members to ensure efficient workflow to meet production targets.
• Loads packaging and raw materials into food manufacturing equipment.
• Safely and efficiently moves products and materials within the facility, following proper handling procedures. This may involve using electric pallet jacks, hand trucks, or other equipment to transport goods.
• Ensure all ingredients and materials are readily available for production activities.
• Observes and monitors production lines to ensure the smooth flow of operations.
• Conducts regular quality checks and completes quality documentation to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Inspects products for defects, ensuring they meet the required quality criteria before packaging and distribution.
• Assists in packaging finished cheese products into appropriate containers, ensuring accurate labeling and adherence to packaging guidelines. Operates packaging machinery as required.
• Cleans and maintains equipment, tools, and work areas following proper sanitation and cleaning procedures to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assists in managing inventory levels of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished products. Reports any shortages or discrepancies to supervisors.
• Assist in equipment setup, changeovers, and maintenance to ensure uninterrupted production and adherence to quality standards.
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations. (ex. FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA)
• Adheres to safety guidelines and complies with all safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Attends safety and department meetings and completes all required training in a timely manner.
• Identifies and reports potential safety hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating packaging machinery in a manufacturing or food processing environment is preferred but not required.
• The ability to safely operate electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Physical stamina to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adaptable to change.
• Ability to work overtime or extended shifts as needed.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and controls.
• Frequently required to walk, bend and reach with hands and arms
• Constantly required to talk and hear
• Constantly sitting for long hours
• Constantly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus naturally or with correction.

Please note that these physical requirements are representative but not exhaustive. The actual physical demands may vary depending on the specific tasks and work conditions within the facility.

(Occasionally = 1-25% of the time; Frequently = 26-75% of the time; Constantly = 76-100% of the time)

Work environment

• Work is typically performed in an Production Plant Environment.
• Occasionally exposed to a moderate level of noise that may make it difficult to concentrate
• Occasionally exposed to wet, humid with slippery conditions, hot and cold environment
• Frequently traveling to manufacturing sites (50% travel day travel to sites)
• Occasional travel outside of Wisconsin including international travel (5%)

(Occasionally = 1-25% of the time; Frequently = 26-75% of the time; Constantly = 76-100% of the time)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short term/Long term disability
• Volunteer time off (VTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet insurance